Study Spaces for Middle Earth Residents

Bucklebury

This mulitpurpose space is used for studying, meetings, and programs. The space has couches, chairs, tables and reading lights. Additional study space can be found in Arkenstone and in the residence halls.

Arkenstone

Arkenstone is located directly below Bucklebury, across from Pippin Commons, and adjacent to Gandalf's Classroom. Arkenstone is a 24/7 academic resource and study center. Various services are offered in the office space in Arkenstone such as peer academic advising, peer tutoring in writing and library research, and workshops.

A resource library with books on scholarships and career services is also available along with campus resources. In addition, there are a few computers for students to check their e-mail and surf the net. Come check out this space in Middle Earth!

Study Skills Workshops

Middle Earth hosts free workshops conducted by the Learning and Academic Resource Center (LARC) professional staff. Workshops are held on Wednesdays (beginning Week 2) from 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. in Gandalf's Classroom. Topics vary each week and include memory techniques, note-taking skills, study skills, time management, and exam preparation. For more information on LARC and its programs, go to www.larc.uci.edu or call (949) 824-6451.

Peer Academic Advising

Peer Academic Advising is sponsored by the Division of Undergraduate Education and is offered in Middle Earth twice a quarter in Arkenstone and Tolkien Room in Pippin Commons. Trained upper-division students are available to assist first-year students as they plan their program of study to fit their college/career goals. Peer Academic Advisors can also provide information about various majors and minors and about the full range of academic resources available on campus.

Peer Writing and Library Research Tutoring

Middle Earth hosts the writing and library research peer tutors Monday through Thursday from 6-9 p.m. (beginning Week 2) in Arkenstone. During Week 10, the peer tutors hold special extended hours and are available to meet with students from 6-10 p.m. This is a free service to all Middle Earth residents. For more information on this service, go to www.writing.uci.edu/peertutors.html.

Classes

Middle Earth offers unique opportunities to enroll in for credit classes held in residential classrooms. Humanities Core and University Studies discussion sections, cluster classes taught by professional staff, and Freshman Seminars taught by faculty have been offered in Middle Earth. Check the "Classes" links in the left navigation menu.